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ZOO 101 The Excretory System Objective Question

Question

During deamination, what toxic substance is first formed from the amino group?
Options
A Urea
B Uric acid
C Ammonia (NH3)
Correct Answer
D Carbon dioxide
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

During deamination, the amino group is removed from the amino acid and changed into ammonia (NH3), which is toxic.

Hint

This is a highly soluble and poisonous compound.

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